Cover Here are nine ways you can use petroleum jelly (Photo: Getty Images)
Here are nine ways you can use petroleum jelly (Photo: Getty Images)
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It’s a makeup remover, moisturiser, and lip gloss—what can’t petroleum jelly do?
If there is a beauty mantra we will always swear by, it’s that when you have a bottle of Vaseline in your purse, you are always prepared for any beauty emergency. Time and time again, this product has proven that it does not take a lot to appear more radiant and hygienic every day.
Stored in small plastic bottles, petroleum jelly is an oil-based, wax-like substance that can be used to moisturise dry skin, relieve itching, and more.
In this article, Tatler shares quick beauty tricks that you can accomplish with the help of what perhaps is the most versatile beauty item in the market today.
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1. It makes your perfume last longer
Above Apply petroleum jelly on skin before putting on perfume (Photo: Getty Images)
Apply petroleum jelly on skin before putting on perfume (Photo: Getty Images)
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To make your perfume last longer, apply a small amount of petroleum jelly to the sides of your neck, wrists, chest, and behind your knees. Spray or roll a small amount of perfume on top to let the smell linger.
Petroleum jelly acts as a coupling agent or fixative, equalising vapour pressures to increase the perfume’s odour tenacity.
2. It makes your lashes appear longer
Above Apply petroleum jelly before your mascara to make it appear longer (Photo: Getty Images)
Apply petroleum jelly before your mascara to make it appear longer (Photo: Getty Images)
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Mascara tends to clump together, especially when they are on your lashes for hours. To apply them smoothly and evenly, dab a small amount of petroleum jelly on your eyelashes before brushing them with your mascara wand. This simple but useful trick can make your lashes appear longer and healthier throughout the day.
3. It is an effective make up remover
Above Use petroleum jelly as a face cleanser or makeup remover (Photo: Getty Images)
Use petroleum jelly as a face cleanser or makeup remover (Photo: Getty Images)
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Petroleum jelly can strip deep-seated dirt from your skin and remove make-up. Because the product is oil-based, it can act as a cleansing balm that can break down foundation, mascara, and contours that may be hard to remove by using water and soap alone.
4. It relieves itchiness
Above Use petroleum jelly to relieve itchiness (Photo: Getty Images)
Use petroleum jelly to relieve itchiness (Photo: Getty Images)
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Is your skin flaky or dry? You can soothe it by applying a good amount of petroleum jelly to the affected area. The product deeply moisturises the skin and helps alleviate itchiness.
Petroleum jelly also soothes itchiness by replenishing essential moisture you lost from dryness.
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5. It restores cracked heels
Above Cracked heels? Apply petroleum jelly (Photo: Getty Images)
Cracked heels? Apply petroleum jelly (Photo: Getty Images)
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Severely cracked heels can lead to skin infections like cellulitis. To prevent this from happening, apply petroleum jelly before bedtime. Put on a sock to seal the moisture in to make the process more effective.
6. It doubles as a lip gloss
Above Moisturize your lips with petroleum jelly (Photo: Getty Images)
Moisturize your lips with petroleum jelly (Photo: Getty Images)
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Moisturise your lips before applying lipstick or lip tint. Dab a generous amount of petroleum jelly on your lips and let it sit for five minutes.
7. It helps avoid skin stain when dyeing hair
Above Petroleum jelly helps avoid skin stain when dyeing hair (Photo: Getty Images)
Petroleum jelly helps avoid skin stain when dyeing hair (Photo: Getty Images)
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If you change your hair colour often, consider applying petroleum jelly to your scalp, neck, and face before applying the dye. This will prevent potentially harmful chemicals and hard-to-remove stains.
8. It soothes razor bumps
Above Petroleum jelly soothes razor bumps (Photo: Getty Images)
Petroleum jelly soothes razor bumps (Photo: Getty Images)
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To maintain smooth, hairless skin, apply petroleum jelly after shaving or waxing. This product has moisturising properties that can soothe the skin and reduce redness and irritation quickly.
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9. It can be a good primer
Above Petroleum jelly is a good primer (Photo: Getty Images)
Petroleum jelly is a good primer (Photo: Getty Images)
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Petroleum jelly is a good makeup base or primer because of its moisturising properties. It smoothens fine lines and makes the skin supple and ready for makeup products.
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Jove holds a degree in Journalism and is currently pursuing graduate studies in Philosophy at the University of the Philippines–Diliman. She has flair for in-depth, interview-driven stories that explore politics and culture, shaped by her background in national broadsheets.
When she’s not on assignment, Jove spends her days painting, sipping lemonade, and walking her dog, Jupiter. She can often be seen in Escolta with a film camera in hand, browsing novelty shops in search of rare memorabilia. For leads, reach her at Jove@tatlerphilippines.com.
